1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 1991 Ford Laser is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser. 1991 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 220 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
